> New Leadership in Ledyard's Private Banking Division

Oct 14, 2022 - Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Kathy LeClair has joined Ledyard Financial Advisors as Senior Vice President and Director of their Private Banking division. Also joining Ledyard Financial Advisors is Ela Feaster, who will serve as one of Ledyard’s Private Banking Relationship Managers.

Both will report to Michael Hakoun, Executive Vice President & Managing Director of Ledyard Financial Advisors, who stated, “We are fortunate to have Kathy and Ela join our team, and we look forward to the many ways in which their experience and leadership will further lift our organization and bring a highly sought-after banking experience to our community."

Kathy brings over 40 years of banking experience in the Southern New Hampshire and Boston markets. She spent over 25 years with TD Bank in the retail sector including branch management, mortgage and consumer lending and the past 18 years have been with TD Wealth Management as a Senior Relationship Manager. In her role, she was responsible for working with high net worth individuals and families on their banking, lending, financial planning and investment needs.

She holds her Series 7 & 66 license and has received numerous Top Performer awards. Additionally, she has been regularly recognized by her community, including for work with the Red Cross, receiving the Hero Award for her help in response to the Boston Marathon bombing. Kathy has also been involved with community service as a board member for the Derry / Londonderry United Way, Co-Chair for the Haverhill Chamber of Commerce annual Business Expo, Plaistow Area Commerce exchange board member and participated on various committees for all. She lives in Chester, NH.

Ela brings over 17 years of banking experience in the greater Concord and Lakes Region markets. She joins us from TD Bank, where she was the Concord Branch Manager, the Flagship TD Store in NH. Ela was also a Branch Manager in Tilton, NH and a top recognized Financial Services Representative. Besides coaching and developing people, she worked with business professionals, small business owners, individuals and families to provide guidance and advice on their unique banking and lending needs. Her experience and expertise in the financial services sector is comprehensive, and ranges from mortgage and home equity to small business lending. She holds her Series 6, 63 and Life & Health Licenses. Ela lives in Sanbornton, NH.